Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
11383A
RGB
17, 56, 58
HSL
183, 55%, 15%
HSB
183, 71%, 23%
CMYK
71, 3, 0, 77
LAB
21, -14, -6
LCH
21, 15, 202
OKLCH
0.31, 0.04, 200
XYZ
2, 3, 5
LUV
21, -13, -4
HWB
183, 7%, 77%
Pantone
5467 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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